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Yossefovitz Ofer

  • 32 years of experience
  • Location: Israel, Tel Aviv
  • Clinic:
    4.5
    Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)

  • Prof. Ofer Yossefovitz specializes in minimally invasive urological procedures, including urethroscopic lithotripsy, at Sourasky Medical Center.

    • 32 years of experience of experience in urological surgery
    • Head of oncological urology department at Ichilov hospital
    • Trained in laparoscopic and robotic procedures at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
    • Member of European and American Urology Associations
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Barak Rosenzweig

  • 19 years of experience
  • Location: Israel, Ramat Gan
  • Clinic:
    5.0
    Sheba Medical Center

  • Dr. Barak Rosenzweig, MD, directs the Urological Oncology Service at Sheba Medical Center. He is a uro-oncologic surgeon with nearly 20 years of experience. He treats complex urologic cancers with advanced robotic and minimally invasive methods. He is listed among Israel’s Best Doctors by Forbes.

    Expertise includes tumors of the prostate, kidney, bladder, testis, and upper urinary tract. He performs robotic radical prostatectomy, kidney-sparing partial nephrectomy, and advanced laparoscopy. Diagnostics include MRI-guided fusion biopsy and imaging-based personalized planning.

    He completed a Urological Oncology fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. He is a Senior Physician in the Department of Urology and a Clinical Senior Lecturer at Tel Aviv University. He is a graduate of the Sheba Talpiot program. He is an active researcher with over 200 publications in urologic oncology.

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Jacob Ben-chaim

  • 40 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Location: Israel, Tel Aviv
  • Clinic:
    4.5
    Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)

  • Dr. Jacob Ben-chaim specializes in pediatric urology, performing complex procedures like laparoscopic pyeloplasty at Sourasky Medical Center.

    • ECFMG-certified with research fellowship at Johns Hopkins
    • Chief of Pediatric Urology at Sheba Medical Center
    • Recipient of best Pediatric Urology study prize
    • Chairman of the Pediatric Urology Union in Israel
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Roksana Klepper

  • 5 Excellent • 1 review
  • 32 years of experience
  • Location: Israel, Tel Aviv
  • Clinic:
    4.5
    Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)

  • Professor Roksana Klepper brings 32 years of experience of specialized expertise in pediatric nephrology and oncology at Sourasky Medical Center.

    • Specializes in pediatric kidney conditions and diagnostics
    • Member of the European Community for the Study of Nephrology
    • Prepares children for liver transplants and post-surgery care
    • Fluent in English and Hebrew for international patients
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Haim Matskin

  • 126 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Location: Israel, Tel Aviv
  • Clinic:
    4.5
    Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)

  • Prof. Haim Matskin heads the Urology Department at Sourasky Medical Center, specializing in onco-urology and innovative treatments like brachytherapy and cryotherapy.

    • Recognized authority in brachytherapy and cryotherapy
    • Full-fledged member of Medical Association of Israel
    • Member of Association of urologists of Europe, the US, and Israel
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Hughes Hyun

  • 43 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Location: Israel, Tel Aviv
  • Clinic:
    4.5
    Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)

  • Board-certified surgeon specializing in minimally invasive and robotic surgery at Sourasky Medical Center.

    • Highly experienced in urethroscopic lithotripsy procedures
    • Skilled in advanced robotic-assisted techniques
    • Practices at one of Israel's leading medical centers
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avi Beri

  • 30 years of experience
  • Location: Israel, Tel Aviv
  • Clinic:
    4.5
    Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)

  • Dr. Avi Beri is a renowned urologist at Sourasky Medical Center, specializing in kidney stones treatment and other urological conditions.

    • Specializes in urethroscopic lithotripsy for kidney stones
    • Offers comprehensive treatments for various urological conditions
    • Helps patients achieve a healthy life post-treatment
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Mario Sofer

  • 39 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Location: Israel, Tel Aviv
  • Clinic:
    4.5
    Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)

  • Head of Endo-Urology at Ichilov – Dr. Sofer specializes in minimally invasive urological procedures, including urethroscopic lithotripsy.

    • Trained in endo-urology at Western Ontario and uro-oncology at Miami
    • Senior physician at Ichilov with over 39 years of experience of experience
    • Published 50+ scientific articles on urology
    • Member of international urology associations, including the European Association of Urology
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Ben Cchaim Jacob

  • 38 years of experience
  • Location: Israel, Tel Aviv
  • Clinic:
    4.5
    Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)

  • Dr. Ben Cchaim Jacob specializes in pediatric urology and has been recognized for his work in laparoscopic pyeloplasty in children.

    • Prize-winning research in pediatric urology from the Israeli Urological Association
    • Chairman of the Pediatric Urology Union, Israeli Urological Association
    • Trained at Johns Hopkins Hospital in pediatric urology
    • Member of the American Urological Association since 1998
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Joseph Klauzner

  • 42 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Location: Israel, Tel Aviv
  • Clinic:
    4.5
    Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)

  • Dr. Joseph Klauzner is a top Whipple surgeon with 42 years of experience in complex gastrointestinal surgeries.

    • Specializes in colorectal, pancreatic, and gastrointestinal procedures
    • Current Chairman of Surgery at Sourasky Medical Center
    • Highly experienced in advanced surgical techniques
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Pazit Beckerman

  • 24 years of experience
  • Location: Israel, Ramat Gan
  • Clinic:
    5.0
    Sheba Medical Center

  • Dr. Pazit Beckerman is a nephrologist with over 24 years of clinical practice in Israel. She specializes in chronic kidney disease (CKD), acute kidney injury (AKI), hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis, hypertension-related kidney disease, glomerular diseases and proteinuria, electrolyte disorders, and kidney involvement in systemic diseases.

    She served as Acting Director in 2020, Deputy Director from 2018 to 2020, and Senior Physician in the Department of Nephrology at Sheba Medical Center. She also heads the Israeli Dialysis Registry.

    Education and training: MD, Hebrew University–Hadassah. Nephrology residency, Hadassah. Fellowship in nephrology, Sheba Medical Center. Biomedical Computational Studies, Bar-Ilan University. Postdoctoral fellowship, University of Pennsylvania.

    Her research focuses on AKI, immune-related kidney complications, and chronic kidney disease. She has authored many publications. She is a member of the American Society of Nephrology and a board member of the Israeli Society of Nephrology and Hypertension.

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Nir Kleinmann

  • 25 years of experience
  • Location: Israel, Ramat Gan
  • Clinic:
    5.0
    Sheba Medical Center

  • Dr. Nir Kleinmann, MD, directs the Endourology and Kidney Stones Unit at Sheba Medical Center. He is an expert in minimally invasive urology and urologic oncology. His focus is the kidney and upper urinary tract. He was named among Israel’s Best Doctors for 2025–2026 by Forbes and ResultMed.

    He is a pioneer of kidney‑sparing laser surgery. He uses a dual‑laser system with neodymium and holmium for complex tumors. His expertise includes UTUC, kidney and prostate cancer, kidney stones, and BPH.

    His research includes the OLYMPUS trial on chemoablation for UTUC. He has more than 60 publications.

    He is an Israeli board‑certified urologist. He is a Fellow of the American Endourology Society and a member of the Israeli Urological Association and the EAU. He completed fellowships in Endourology and Minimally Invasive Surgery at Thomas Jefferson University. He also completed a fellowship in Kidney Cancer Research at McMaster University.

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Bookimed Insights: Top Urethroscopic lithotripsy Specialists in Israel (2026)

Bookimed has coordinated 1 requests for Urethroscopic lithotripsy in Israel, collaborating with 13 top-rated specialists. The doctors in this table are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, and patient outcomes. The 2026 ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases and current programs from our partner clinics.
RankDoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
#1
Yossefovitz Ofer
32 years of experienceComplex urological stone casesSpecializes in minimally invasive techniques – trained at Memorial Sloan Kettering. Heads oncological urology at Ichilov hospital.
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Israel
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#2
Jacob Ben-chaim
40 years of experiencePediatric urological proceduresExpert in laparoscopic techniques for children, with prestigious training at Johns Hopkins. Leads Israel's Pediatric Urology Union and awarded for research.
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Israel
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#3
Roksana Klepper
32 years of experiencePediatric kidney stone casesSpecializes in pediatric nephrology with a focus on kidney conditions. Member of multiple prestigious nephrology societies, including the European Community for the Study of Nephrology.
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Israel
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#4
Haim Matskin
126 years of experienceOnco-urology casesSpecializes in brachytherapy and cryotherapy for malignant tumors. Heads Urology Department at Sourasky Medical Center.
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Israel
Price on request
#5
Hughes Hyun
43 years of experienceMinimally invasive lithotripsySpecializes in robotic-assisted techniques for precise stone removal. Performs procedures at Israel's top-ranked Sourasky Medical Center.
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Israel
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#6
avi Beri
30 years of experienceKidney stones treatmentSpecializes in urethroscopic lithotripsy for kidney stones. Renowned urologist at Sourasky Medical Center with comprehensive urological treatments.
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Israel
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#7
Mario Sofer
39 years of experienceMinimally invasive urological proceduresLeads the Endo-Urology Department at Ichilov – expert in advanced techniques. Published 50+ articles and trained at top international institutions.
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Israel
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#8
Ben Cchaim Jacob
38 years of experiencePediatric urologic conditionsAward-winning pediatric urologist trained at Johns Hopkins – specializes in laparoscopic techniques and complex pediatric cases. Chairman of the Pediatric Urology Union.
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Israel
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#9
Joseph Klauzner
42 years of experienceComplex gastrointestinal conditionsOne of Israel's best Whipple surgeons. Chairman of Surgery at a leading medical center with extensive experience in complex cases.
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Israel
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FAQ

These FAQs come from real patients seeking medical assistance through Bookimed. Answers are given by experienced medical coordinators and trusted clinic representatives.

Who are the top-rated doctors for urethroscopic lithotripsy in Israel?

Top-rated doctors for urethroscopic lithotripsy in Israel include Dr. Mario Sofer and Dr. Avi Beri at Sourasky Medical Center. These specialists possess advanced training from institutions like Johns Hopkins and Memorial Sloan Kettering. They utilize minimally invasive laser techniques to treat complex stone cases effectively.

  • International training: Dr. Mario Sofer completed advanced endo-urology fellowships in Canada and the United States.
  • Robotic expertise: Dr. Hughes Hyun specializes in robotic-assisted urological procedures at JCI-accredited medical centers.
  • Pediatric specialization: Dr. Jacob Ben-chaim is a fellowship-trained expert from Johns Hopkins for children's cases.
  • Academic leadership: Prof. Yossefovitz Ofer leads the oncological urology department with over 25 years experience.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Data shows a high concentration of stone specialists at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov). This facility holds JCI accreditation and Newsweek's 'World's Best Smart Hospitals' title. Patients often benefit from 'dual-expertise' teams where oncological urologists like Prof. Yossefovitz Ofer collaborate with endo-urology heads like Dr. Mario Sofer on complex obstructions.

Patient Consensus: Patients note that recovery is often faster than expected with many returning home just days after surgery. Some were surprised by the intensity of pre-operative stent discomfort and recommend asking for alpha-blockers. People traveling to Israel for care emphasize that the quality in public hospitals often matches private clinics.

What should I look for in an Israeli urologist for urethroscopic lithotripsy?

Select an Israeli urologist based on their specialization in endourology and international fellowship training. Seek surgeons at JCI-accredited facilities who use advanced holmium lasers. Top specialists like Dr. Mario Sofer and Dr. Avi Beri focus specifically on minimally invasive lithotripsy for complex kidney stones.

  • Endourology specialization: Choose surgeons who focus purely on minimally invasive stone clearance.
  • International training: Look for fellowships at institutions like Johns Hopkins or Memorial Sloan Kettering.
  • Advanced technology: Prioritize specialists using holmium lasers for precise stone fragmentation.
  • Hospital leadership: Leading doctors often head urological departments at top-ranked medical centers.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Data shows a strong pattern of international collaboration among Tel Aviv’s top urologists. For example, Dr. Mario Sofer trained in Canada and the USA, while Prof. Yossefovitz Ofer completed a clinical fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering. This global exposure means patients receive techniques refined at the world's most prestigious urology programs.

Patient Consensus: Patients emphasize that experienced surgeons clear stones in just one session. They notice that urologists who discuss stone density and size beforehand provide more predictable results. Many felt relieved when their doctors used flexible scopes to reach difficult stone locations.

Do doctors in Israel use the latest technology for stone removal?

Doctors in Israel utilize the latest technology for stone removal, including advanced MOSES laser systems and high-definition single-use ureteroscopes. These specialists often lead international clinical research and hold board certifications in urological surgery. Many top surgeons have completed prestigious fellowships at institutions like Johns Hopkins and Memorial Sloan Kettering.

  • Advanced laser systems: MOSES technology and thulium fiber lasers allow for faster, more efficient stone fragmentation.
  • Miniaturized surgical tools: Mini-PCNL techniques use smaller instruments to reduce recovery time and post-operative pain.
  • Robotic-assisted precision: Surgeons use the da Vinci Xi system for complex cases requiring high-definition 3D visualization.
  • Single-use ureteroscopes: Disposable digital scopes are now standard to improve visibility and prevent cross-contamination infections.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Data from Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov) shows a strong pattern of international collaboration and cross-specialization among top urologists. For instance, Dr. Mario Sofer holds specialized training in both endo-urology from Canada and uro-oncology from the USA. This dual expertise allows for more nuanced treatment plans when stones are complicated by other underlying urological conditions.

Patient Consensus: Patients are often impressed by how quickly they can access advanced thulium laser therapy, sometimes within 48 hours. They note a feeling of relief when stones are completely vaporized into dust during a single session. Many highlight the peace of mind provided by the standard use of single-use scopes to avoid infections.

Can I get an online second opinion from a leading Israeli urologist?

You can receive a remote second opinion from premier Israeli urologists via video calls or written reports. Leading specialists at JCI-accredited centers like Sourasky Medical Center provide expert evaluations for urethroscopic lithotripsy. These consultations often involve reviewing uploaded imaging like CT scans or MRI results.

  • Expert credentials: Surgeons like Prof. Ofer Yossefovitz hold memberships in the American and European Urology Associations.
  • Sub-specialized focus: Professionals focus on specific areas like pediatric urology or robotic-assisted stone removal.
  • International training: Many doctors completed fellowships at top institutions like Johns Hopkins or Memorial Sloan Kettering.
  • Advanced technology: Specialists provide guidance on minimally invasive techniques and robotic urological surgery for complex cases.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Data shows that choosing a urologist with specific departmental leadership leads to more detailed reports. For instance, Dr. Mario Sofer has headed the Endo-Urology Department at Ichilov since 2004. His 20+ years of dedicated experience in stone management often results in more nuanced surgical risk assessments for international patients.

Patient Consensus: Patients note that while remote consults are efficient, they should prepare English translations for any medical records. Many were pleased to find that video meetings typically cost under $500. They emphasize that uploading high-quality scans two weeks in advance leads to the most helpful discussions.